How to Clear Your Mind to Let the Writing Process Flow I had someone ask how I clear my mind so I can focus and get writing. I would like to say I do yoga and mental mind-clearing exercises to make this happen. I think these would be great activities to do exactly that…but I…… Continue reading How to Clear Your Mind to Let the Writing Process Flow
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Putting the X in Xmas
Putting the X in Xmas Dialing it Down for December This year I’m putting the X in Xmas. I’m trying to slow it down this December. And I’m not the only one. A good friend of mine skipped out on the school Christmas concert. It had been a long day, her kids were tired…… Continue reading Putting the X in Xmas
Christmas is Around the Corner…Watching Me with Big Eyes
Christmas is Around the Corner Christmas is around the corner…and it’s watching me. Staring at my every move. “Oh, what big eyes you have holiday season!” say I. “All the better to see you with, my dear!” “Oh My!” say I. I do really like Christmas holidays, but stress often comes along with all the…… Continue reading Christmas is Around the Corner…Watching Me with Big Eyes
Fixing News Instead of Breaking News
Fixing News Instead of Breaking News What would our world be like if we had fixing news instead of breaking news? This thought hit me while I was watching a commercial for a TV news station. Flashing on the screen were graphic and tragic scenes that happened in peoples’ lives around the world. The news…… Continue reading Fixing News Instead of Breaking News
Twist of Coil in Analog Blog
Twist of Coil in Analog I had to put in Analog blog – it rhymed. I’m rhyming because I’m excited like green eggs and ham, oh yes I am! My story ‘Twist of Coil’ is in the December 2014 issue of Analog Science Fiction and Fact. My author’s copies came in the mail, and I…… Continue reading Twist of Coil in Analog Blog
The Spooky Truth of Being a Writer Mom
The Spooky Truth of Being a Writing Mom I know Halloween is over, but it’s still on my brain as I keep scarfing down chocolates and candies. Here are my thoughts about what it means to be a writer – ugly guts and all. Evil Mastermind Commitment to Evil For a long time I…… Continue reading The Spooky Truth of Being a Writer Mom
Punny Halloween Costumes from Head to Feet
Covered from Head to Foot with Punny Halloween Costumes Okay, I have more punny costume ideas percolating in my head for Halloween. Here are some ideas that cover you from head to feet for October 31st! They are quick, easy and punny. 🙂 Did I say I love puns?! I know, I’m so corny…which brings…… Continue reading Punny Halloween Costumes from Head to Feet
Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes
Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes Halloween Outfits Based on Popular Sayings Looking for an easy and humorous DIY costume for Halloween? Here are some quick homemade outfits that are easy and fun for anyone. I love puns and I love Halloween. So, here are some simple costume ideas that are easy to do and that are…… Continue reading Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes
Postmedia Takeover Could Lead to Post-Mortem on Quality Journalism
Scary News Here’s something scary just in time for Halloween. Having one company holding the majority of our media like an overflowing bag of candy they can’t wait to eat up. The quality of journalism is already dying. Now I fear the zombie news apocalypse is upon us! I’m speaking tongue-in-rotting-cheek, but the feeling of…… Continue reading Postmedia Takeover Could Lead to Post-Mortem on Quality Journalism
How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up
Tips to Help Kids Tidy Their Toys Tired of picking up toys scattered around the house by little ones? Toddlers can learn to clean up after themselves. The key is to make them feel “all grown up” and have fun with helping around the house. It’s never too early to help kids learn about cleaning…… Continue reading How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up